Mark your calendars for this year’s U.S. International Kuo Shu Championship Tournament. This year, the USKSF will host its annual event at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in Rockville, Maryland during the weekend of July 25-27, 2025. Competition will be held throughout the weekend in external and internal forms, weapons, sparring, and full-contact (Lei Tai) fighting events.  Check back often for updated information!

 

KEY TOURNAMENT DATES

  • May 31
    • Early Registration Closes
    • Judge Registration Closes
  • June 30
    • Lei Tai Registration Closes
    • Lei Tai Medical Forms Due
  • July 19 – Noon ET
    • Online Registration Closes

 

 

Registration Help (PDF)

Registration Help (PDF)

 

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  • › Tickets
  • › Event Floor Plan

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Frequently Asked Questions

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When is the tournament?

This year, our tournament is on July 25th – 27th, 2025.

 

Where is the tournament?

Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center.

 

How do I register to compete?

You can register online.

 

When is the deadline for Lei Tai registration?

Lei Tai Registration Deadline is June 30, 2025. See the Lei Tai page and the Registration Form for more information

 

What do I need to do to compete in Lei Tai?

Read and carefully follow all the instructions on the Lei Tai page

 

When is the deadline for tournament registration?

Online Registration closes on 12PM EST July 19, 2025.

 

How do I purchase tickets to the event?

Ticket prices are HERE. You can buy tickets online

 

When is the deadline for Airport pickup?

For more information, see Hotel & Transportation page.

 

When is the next world tournament?

The 8th World Kuo Shu Championship Tournament will be held on October 23rd to 26th, 2025.

 

Where will the world tournament be held?

Sesc Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil

 

To qualify for the World Tournament, is Team USA selected based on last year’s USKSF tournament or this year’s tournament?

This year’s tournament, the 36th USKSF Tournament in Rockville, Md., July 25-27.

 

How can I get more information or updates on the world tournament?

Check back often at TWKSF website.